Maui News

The bill signing ceremony will take place at Washington Place, home of Hawai’i’s last reigning monarch Queen Liliu’okalani.

Lisa Varde succeeds Ululani “Lani” Correa who retires at the end of this month. Varde has served as the Foundation’s development specialist since the beginning of last year.

The incident was reported on Monday afternoon by authorities who observed the man tossing the bat in the air outside of the lobby near Baggage Claim B.

Authorities from the Maui Police Department and Crime Stoppers are seeking the public’s help in identifying individuals wanted for questioning in connection with the theft of property from a parked vehicle in Kapalua.

The pubic is invited to join park staff, learn more about the park, follow up on previously discussed topics, and discuss new matters.

Because Mayor Arakawa will be on Oahu that day, the show instead will feature Managing Director Keith Regan, Budget Director Sandy Baz and Parks and Recreation Deputy Director Patrick Matsui.

The Maui Humane Society is now offering a growing $1500 reward for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual(s) involved in a suspected arson on Sunday that killed 12 dogs in a Waikapu kennel.

The Hawaii Senate today recognized US Senator Daniel K. Akaka today for his accomplishments in being selected as a recipient of the Harry S. Truman Award.

Fishermen to the west of the scenic lookout below the Honoapiilani Highway reported finding a body on the rocks. Authorities believe the man had no local address.

A 41-year-old woman suffered serious injuries when she was struck by a large wave at the area sometimes referred to as the “Olivine Pools,” located on the West side of Nakalele Point in West Maui.

The County will co-sponsor a Workplace Wellness Fair this Thursday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kalana O Maui Building in Wailuku. Those in attendance will receive tips from health experts on how to stay healthy in the workplace. Areas of discussion will include diet and nutrition, ergonomics, exercise incentives, health education, health screenings, and stress management.

The Maui Charter Commission submitted a final report to Maui Council Chair Danny Mateo on Friday. The document included 11 proposed amendments to the County Charter, which sets the structure of county government.

Since it crossed over to the Senate for review, an amendment was made to add Hana community member representative to a working group, and expand discussion to include examination of shipping costs from Hana, Maui to Oahu.

A 20-acre brush fire that was first reported on Saturday morning near Kahului Airport, was called extinguished at 9:10 p.m. on Monday.

Maui Fire Services Chief Lee Mainaga said the 45-year-old man suffered injuries to his legs, and the daughter sustained head injuries. Crews from the Hana fire station provided initial response.

According to the incident report, the captain of the Hobie Cat brand vessel drifted downwind and was brought to shore at a location off of Stable Road by personnel aboard Jet Skis.

Fire inspectors say the blaze was intentionally set, and investigators with the Maui Police Department say a possible accelerant was used. Police are working on leads an have a possible suspect identified, according to Lt. Peter Delima with the Criminal Investigation Division.

The 2012 edition of the Hyundai Tournament of Champions raised more than $277,000 for local charities on Maui. A reception was held today to celebrate the funding distribution, from the tournament proceeds.

Maui police responded to 9 residential burglaries over a seven day period, between March 18 and 24, 2012.

A 6.3 magnitude earthquake was reported in Oaxaca, Mexico at 7:36 a.m. on Monday, April 2, 2012.